Abstract: A multilayered photopolymer element made up of at least a support, a photosensitive layer and a cover film. The photosensitive layer is composed of at least two layers and the uppermost layer in the photosensitive layer contains a sensitivity controlling agent bonded with a polymer. The shape of the shoulder at a relief top is made sharp-edged whereby a printing plate having excellent print quality without being thickened by impression is prepared.